Mako SLINGSHOT JETBOARD, Operator'S Manual

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MAKO SLINGSHOT OPERATORS GUIDE
with EPA regulations prior to sale and delivery to, as
well as after the sale to, the ultimate purchaser of the
product.
Mako Agents are not to modify the engine in any
manner that would alter the horsepower or allow
emission levels to exceed their predetermined factory
specifications.
THE CARBURETTOR IS A VITAL PART OF THE
ENGINE AND REQUIRES HIGHLY ACCURATE
ADJUSTMENT. IF THE FACTORY CARBURETTOR
SETTINGS ARE INTERFERED WITH BY A PERSON
WITHOUT THE REQUIRED TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE, IT
CAN RESULT IN POOR OPERATIONAL PERFORMANCE
AND MAY CAUSE SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE.
The carburettor fitted to the Rotron XT100 engine has
three basic adjusting screws:
1. High jet screw (Black)
2. Low jet screw (Red)
3. Idle screw
The high and low jet screws are typically tuned in
minutes, where 60 minutes represents one whole turn
or 360 degrees. Tuning these screws requires a high
level of accuracy and should only be undertaken by an
authorised Mako representative or Agent.
When you receive your Mako jetboard, the carburettor
settings have already been optimised for responsive
acceleration and peak performance, and therefore
need no adjustment. Carburettor adjustment should
only be carried out due to a new or rebuilt carburettor
being fitted.
DEFAULT CARBURETTOR SETTINGS
1. Locate the black high-jet adjustment screw and
gently turn it clockwise until the needle just
touches the seat. Repeat process using the red
low-jet adjustment screw.
CARE MUST BE TAKEN WHEN TURNING THE
HIGH AND LOW JET ADJUSTMENT SCREWS
ONTO THEIR SEATS. THE SEATS CAN BE
EASILY DAMAGED IF THE ADJUSTMENT SCREWS ARE
SEATED TOO HARD. THE SEATS ARE DELICATE AND IF
THEY BECOME DAMAGED DUE TO OVER TIGHTENING,
THE CARBURETTOR HAS TO BE REPLACED.
2. Back out the black high-jet adjustment screw
by turning the screw anti-clockwise 1 and 3/4
turns or 630 degrees (1 hour 45 minutes).
3. Back out the red low-jet adjustment screw by
turning the screw anti-clockwise 1 and 1/4
turns or 450 degrees (1 hour 15 minutes).
FREEWHEEL LUBRICATION
The freewheel transmits power from the starter motor
during the low speed engine cranking cycle. Once the
engine fires, the freewheel permits the starter motor
to be stationary and avoids backdrive from the engine
causing serious damage to the starter.
We recommend that you use a high-quality hydraulic
oil which is designed to deliver the highest levels of
lubrication and protection. Ensure the oil you choose
meets the HM Classification and with an ISO Viscosity
Grade of 32.
TOOLS REQUIRED :
4mm Allen Key, Clean
Lubrication Syringe,
Lubrication Adaptor, Cloth
and HM32 Hydraulic Oil
1. Place board on a secure surface. Start the
engine using the procedure outlined in this
Operator’s Guide. Let the engine run for 10
seconds before switching off using the START/
STOP button. Wait for 5 seconds before starting
up the engine for another 10 seconds.
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